Disparities in the Criminal Justice System - Native Americans in South Dakota are severely overrepresented in the state's prison population, and face significant disadvantages at all stages of the criminal justice system when compared with non-Native Americans. This is substantiated by reports conducted by at least 3 separate reports. p. 83-84

Voter Disfranchisement - ACLU lawsuits have shed light on decades of disfranchisement against Native Americans in South Dakota. Native Americans have been prevented from holding elected office, and continue to face several forms of voting disfranchisement. p. 127-128

Racial Discrimination in Schools - After the ACLU filed suit against the Winner School District for discrimination against Native students, the district agreed to a settlement. Terms of the settlement include hiring an ombudsman and an education expert to improve Native students' success in schools. p. 156-157